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UK girl's name

Kaashvi

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "brilliance" or "radiance".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Kaashvi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Kaashvi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2771, with 9 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 9 births.

This profile covers 26 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2013 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

Kaashvi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 26 living people in the UK are called Kaashvi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Kaashvi ranked #2771 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 9 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 9 girls were registered as Kaashvi.
  • About 26 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kaashvi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#2771

2024

Births in 2024

9

Latest year

Peak year

2024

9 births

Estimated living

26

2026

Meaning

What does Kaashvi mean?

The name Kaashvi finds its origins in the Sanskrit language, rooted in the ancient Indian subcontinent. Derived from the Sanskrit word "kashvi," which means "the shining one" or "the brilliant one," it has been a revered name in Hindu culture for centuries.

The earliest known references to the name Kaashvi can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, particularly the Vedas and the Puranas. These sacred texts often mentioned divine beings, celestial nymphs, and mythological figures bearing this name, symbolizing their radiant and luminous qualities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kaashvi was in the 5th century CE, when a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet, Kaashvi Pandita, authored several influential works on grammar and literature. Her contributions to the field of linguistics and poetry have been celebrated throughout the ages.

In the 7th century CE, Kaashvi Devi, a princess from the Chalukya dynasty, played a significant role in promoting the arts and cultural traditions of her time. Her patronage of artists and scholars earned her a place in the annals of history.

During the medieval period, the name Kaashvi gained further prominence when Kaashvi Mahalakshmi, a skilled musician and dancer, graced the courts of the Vijayanagar Empire in the 14th century. Her exceptional talents and performances have been immortalized in various historical accounts.

Fast forward to the 19th century, Kaashvi Bai was a renowned Indian courtesan and poet who captivated audiences with her poetic compositions and melodious voice. Her literary works and contributions to the art of Urdu poetry have left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of the subcontinent.

Another noteworthy figure was Kaashvi Gupta, a pioneering Indian educationist and social reformer from the early 20th century. She tirelessly worked towards promoting women's education and empowerment, establishing several educational institutions and advocating for gender equality.

Throughout history, the name Kaashvi has been associated with radiance, brilliance, and intellect, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Indian subcontinent. Its enduring presence serves as a testament to the timeless allure and significance of this ancient Sanskrit name.

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Popularity

Kaashvi over time

The chart below shows babies named Kaashvi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2013 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Kaashvi, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 9 births in 2024, compared with 9 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Kaashvi
02579201320182024

Decades

Kaashvi by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kaashvi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #4073 23 4
2010s #5742 3 1

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FAQ

Kaashvi: questions and answers

How popular is the name Kaashvi in the UK right now?

In 2024, Kaashvi was ranked #2771 for girls in England and Wales, with 9 births registered.

When was Kaashvi most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 9 babies registered as Kaashvi in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Kaashvi?

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "brilliance" or "radiance".

How many people are called Kaashvi in the UK?

A total of 26 babies have been registered as Kaashvi across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.